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Devin Mason Obituary

Devin Michael Mason Age 56, of Tacoma, died April 9th, 2011 doing something he had always dreamed of doing, driving his own hydroplane. He was born in Seattle on October 8, 1954 and always called the Pacific Northwest home. He was a Longshoreman since he was 18 and was proud to be a member of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, Local 23, in Tacoma. Devin was a family man and loved to pheasant hunt, water and snow ski, golf, and boat with them on Puget Sound by the family cabin on Herron Island. He loved to entertain people with his humorous and detailed stories. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, his high school sweetheart, Diane; his children Brendan, Briana, and Meghan; his mother Delores Hodgkin; brothers Scott Mason, Kelly Hodgkin, and David Swanson; sisters Lori Lynn Mason and Michele Buergel; many nephews and nieces, and the world's greatest pointing black Labrador, Chubs. A celebration of Devin's life will be held Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the Courtyard Marriott Tacoma Downtown, 1515 Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA 98402.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 14, 2011.

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the Graak Family

May 10, 2011

Diane and family, we are so sorry for your loss. we didn't know Devin, but knew how loved he was. God Bless you all Mason family, our hearts and prayers are with you.

April 18, 2011

Mason Family,

My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Devon, far too soon. May God, family and friends support you through this time. I along with many will miss Devon's personality and his generous expressions of joy talking about his family and especially his children. Devon's face would light up with talk of a recent vacation or a trip from the past where his reflection of love for his family was very clear. I along with many will carry Devon's spirit with us.

God Bless,

Jim Tyler
WUT Marine Dept.

Craig West

April 16, 2011

It seems like ten thousand years ago since a band of little boys walked together to Midway Elementary school in Des Moines WA. screaming and yelling at the top of our lungs. Devin had the biggest smile (And voice)of all of us. I remember how he gave me a ride to MR high school in his Mazada. He was a very thoughtful person. God bless you and your family my friend.

Susan Braach

April 16, 2011

A walking smile, Devin was kind, witty and fun. My family is richer for having known him. May his family find peace as the pain heals and again cherish the memories of a life well lived.

April 16, 2011

Dear Mason Family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Devin. This has to be one of the most diffcult times for all of you after just losing Terry and so soon after losing Devin at his time in all your lives. Please keep your Family unit close to your sides through these diffcult times and remeber what a strong role model that Devin represented to all that he loved. Steve Fors (Longbranch, Wa,)

Denise Shafer

April 15, 2011

I have watched Chubs for Devin for years. I am sure that Chubs is missing him terribly. He was a wonderful man who embraced life. RIP
From
Creature Comforts

Ellyn and Rick Ricker

April 15, 2011

Diane and family,
Our hearts break for your loss. Keep family and friends close during this difficult time. We are all here to help however we can. We'll be with you on Saturday to honor the wonderful life Devin enjoyed.

Phil & Colleen McAllister

April 15, 2011

Diane and family, please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your husband, father ,son and brother. It's also a loss of a long time friend and a great loss to ILWU Local 23

April 15, 2011

Dear Diane and kids,

Your husband, your dad was a powerful part of my life. We will grieve and hold Devin forever in our hearts.
With love,

The Arnestads

Cindy Brooker

April 15, 2011

I went to school with Devin at Mt. Rainier High School & have many fond memories... Many blessings for his wife & family... He will be missed by all...

jan schiemer

April 15, 2011

Diane, I can't imagine what you are going thru and don't want to. This is Jan (stockman) Schiemer, I also married my highschool sweethart,36yrs.I grew up with Devin also in DesMoines. I didn't keep in touch much, mostly thru our mom's visits. Devin and Lee are raising heck about now. I know you have lots of family and friends, but let me know if I can do anything. I won't be able to attend the service, but Devin will be happy to know I am with Joe hunting turkey's. My thoughts and tears are with you. Jan

billy noonan

April 15, 2011

from all the region 6 racers{vintage, inboard, & unlimited} our sincere condolances to the devin mason family.
billy noonan

Calypso Racing Team

April 14, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Devin Mason's family and friends. We will never forget his generosity, friendliness, and especially his smile. He will be greatly missed!

April 14, 2011

So sorry to hear about Devin. We will miss seeing him every fall.

John and Jane, Penawawa

Deborreh McCormick Wallace

April 14, 2011

Devin was a fun guy to hang out with from my memories of Mt. Rainier High School and college years in the Seattle area during the seventies and eighties. I remember he was a neighbor of my good friend Kristi Dickman Schmidt. Condolences to Diane and all the family.

John Hodgkin

April 14, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We had some good times growing up and I will love you and miss you always.

BILLY KRAUSE

April 14, 2011

Devin i was proud to call you my friend, i will cherish the herron island trips and just listening to your stories. i will always miss and think of you.

April 14, 2011

Devin. The Copy Cat Team will miss seeing you at the future races. All our sympathy to the Mason family. Bill Kilian/Newport, Washington

April 14, 2011

God Speed Devin, I never had the chance to meet you but you were a big part of our hydro family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace you earned it.
Mike Cashin & Family
Cashin Racing Industries
Southgate Michigan

Marty BHM

April 14, 2011

I will forever miss you Devin and you will always be in my thoughts. Say hi to John for me and I will see you when I get there.

April 14, 2011

To the Mason Family. Devin will be missed by all and the memories will be with us forever. We used to run into him all the time at Fred Meyer and even when he was in a hurry to get home or go somewhere he always took the time to talk to us. He will be missed by all and this world will not be the same without him. God bless all of you and find comfort in the time and memories that you had with him. Melinda (Currie) & Nick Ruiz

Christabelle Bernard

April 14, 2011

Devin, You will be missed by all of us! Im so thankful that Jeff and Kip got to spend so much time with you the past couple of weeks and will always have those memories. My prayers go out to the entire Mason Family...The pits will never be the same with out you!

Christabelle Bernard

April 14, 2011

Devin, You will me missed by all of us! Im so thankful Jeff and Kip got to spend so much time with you the past couple of weeks and will always have those memories. My prayers go out to the entire Mason Family....The pits will never be same without you!

Alice Heuple (Bain)

April 14, 2011

I have thought about Delores and the Mason family all week. I remember Devin as the adventurous little boy I babysat day in and day out at Delrose Manor as he was growing up. He had a twinkle in his eye, a devilish smile, and the need for speed even at that young age. My love goes out to the whole Hodgkin/Mason Family. Devin has always been special to me. Not many of us can leave this world doing something we are passionate about --he did.

Debbie Myre

April 14, 2011

Godspeed, Devin. You will be missed.

Debbie Myre

April 14, 2011

Godspeed, Devin

Joker's Wild Racing The Gowin Family

April 14, 2011

We extend our family's sympathy to the entire "Mason" family. May God's grace offer you comfort through this loss. Husband, Father, Brother, Son, Uncle, and Friend, Devin passed away on a day the sun shone on our faces, eagles flew overhead, and he was doing what he loved, surrounded by family and friends. We will always remember the beauty of the day, and the love of life enjoyed by the man at the wheel!

Julie Sparrowgrove

April 14, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Katy Bushbaum

April 14, 2011

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Mason family. I take comfort in knowing and hope that you will too, that he has been reunited with his "buddies" in heaven so he is not alone. Take care,

Shawn and Leslie Warren

April 14, 2011

Devin, we are so glad that we had the chance to not only meet and spend time with you and your family but to actually get to know you. You will forever be in our hearts and mind. You will be missed by all who knew you, good bye my friend. May you rest in peace forever as you watch over us.

Bob Bolam

April 14, 2011

Peace be with you Devin, Five to the Five for all vintage racers in Heaven.

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We'll miss our brother deeply.

Bill Jane Kelly Steve

April 14, 2011

We'll miss our brother deeply.

Bill Jane Kelly Steve

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Samuel Fenner

April 14, 2011

Our prayers are with the family.

Steve Kramer

April 14, 2011

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